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https://theprint.in/opinion/manipur-crisis-a-national-failure-scar-on-indias-conscience-govt-chose-to-look-away/2361038/

 'What is more interesting is that two words — ‘Islamic’ and ‘State’ — put together evoke alarm rather than optimism. However, the Albanian proposal gives more hope than fear. The Albanian Muslim Vatican would remind the world that Islam is far from monolithic and many interpretations of the religion coexist peacefully, as they should. The Bektashi order follows a mystical, inclusive form of Islam rooted in Shia Sufism, embracing pluralism and intercultural dialogue', says Pasmanda Muslim Thought Leader & ThePrint Columnist Amana Begam Ansari.

Historical examples, like the 1971 INS Khukri incident & Pulwama-Balakot in 2019 incident highlights the dangers of inadequate military preparation. Investments should focus on crucial but often overlooked areas such as long-range artillery, drones, smart ammunition, and advanced air defence. Small budget increases or aggressive privatisation could fund these needs, ensuring robust defence capabilities and deterrence against China and Pakistan. Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta says in this week’s #NationalInterest ----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/india-must-spend-right-for-two-front-deterrence-jugaad-against-china-pakistan-wont-cut-it/2358851/

https://theprint.in/environment/with-delhi-aqi-severe-for-3rd-day-grap-iii-measures-enforced-how-these-aim-to-tackle-citys-smog/2357661/

India’s diplomatic shift with Taliban shows craftsmanship. It’s the age of pragmatism after all

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Even in 2021, DMK could not capture western region when it won 133 seats overall in state. Support for AIADMK in southern region had been recorded first in 1979.----more----https://theprint.in/politics/how-dmk-is-trying-to-reclaim-lost-forts-in-tamil-nadus-west-south-with-stalin-taking-lead/2355899/

https://theprint.in/environment/cop-29-day-1-baku-summit-sets-tone-with-ambitious-finance-goal-amid-leader-absences-trump-threat/2351500/

Why would Eknath Shinde & Ajit Pawar want the BJP to perform below par in Maharashtra?